Frontend Software Engineer (React / TypeScript)

About the Role

We are looking for a highly skilled Frontend Software Engineer to join our Software Engineering team. You will be responsible for designing and developing scalable, high-quality frontend applications using modern technologies such as React and TypeScript.

This role offers exposure to Wealth Management systems within a banking environment and requires strong technical expertise, problem-solving ability, and collaboration with cross-functional stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Development

• Design, develop, and maintain frontend applications using React (v18+), TypeScript, Redux, and modern frameworks
• Translate business and system requirements into scalable, stable, and efficient technical solutions
• Analyse, design, code, test, and implement complex applications
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues, including legacy system defects
• Ensure adherence to coding standards, security policies, and performance guidelines
• Perform unit and integration testing to ensure application reliability
• Utilise tools such as Visual Studio Code, Chrome DevTools, Git, and DevOps platforms

Stakeholder & Project Management

• Analyse requirements, estimate effort, and plan delivery timelines
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery
• Communicate technical concepts clearly to non-technical stakeholders
• Participate in Agile (Scrum) ceremonies and contribute to team deliverables
• Drive and review technical design and architecture

Production Support

• Investigate and resolve production issues in a timely manner
• Maintain system stability and performance in production environments
• Work effectively under pressure and during critical incidents

Risk & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with internal policies, regulatory standards, and security requirements
• Identify and manage risks, issues, and dependencies throughout the project lifecycle
• Uphold high standards of integrity, professionalism, and accountability

Requirements

Must Have

• Strong experience in frontend development using React (v18+) and TypeScript
• Proficiency in Redux, Hooks, Context, Routing, and Suspense
• Solid understanding of HTML, CSS, and responsive design
• Strong foundation in computer science concepts (algorithms, data structures, system design)
• Experience with unit and integration testing
• Familiarity with Git, DevOps tools, and Linux commands
• Experience using development tools such as Visual Studio Code and Chrome DevTools
• Good understanding of UI/UX principles and design quality

Good to Have

• Experience with micro-frontends (Module Federation)
• Knowledge of Web Components
• Familiarity with build tools (Webpack, Vite)
• Advanced CSS skills
• Experience in banking or financial services domain

Soft Skills

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Good problem-solving and analytical thinking
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Well-organised with strong multitasking ability
• Proactive and able to drive tasks to completion

Other Information (MCF Fields You Should Fill)

• Seniority Level: Mid to Senior
• Years of Experience: 3-7 years (adjust based on your targeting)
• Employment Type: Contract / Permanent (you decide)
• Industry: Information Technology / Banking / Financial Services
• Monthly Salary Range:(Tell me your budget - I'll optimise this for EP + COMPASS if needed)